Tokyo-Yokohama Information Source

It comes as a surprise to read an article where foreigners are not openly blamed for the rise in crime in Japan. The latter is done very often and therefore I was surprised to read an artcile, about a Chinese woman who had killed 2 kids in Japan, where her nationality was not blamed for the rise in number of murders here. Usually this is done so and though at times sad there is no colloration between an increase of foreigners in this country and the rise in crime. One often reads about Japanese doing some horrible acts as well but their race is not much of an issue in the media. Sure I enjoy the security in Japan but foreigners - me being one - are not always to blame for the ills in society.

I came across something which may of interest to foreigners seeking employment in Japan. The Tokyo Employment Service Center offers job placement for foreigners who have an eligible visa status for Japan. They also offer job counseling in English, Chinese, Spanish and Portuguese. All services are free of charge. They are located in Shinjuku. Visit http://www.tfemploy.go.jp for more details. Good luck!